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Lagonda crossover reportedly scrapped in favor of Rapide-based sedan
Aston Martin Lagonda hasn't lacked for four-door models in its history, but its latest efforts have had us all scratching our heads in bewilderment. Instead of badging the Rapide as a Lagonda model, the four-door DB9 derivative has come to market instead. Meanwhile, the Lagonda badge was resurrected for an odd crossover concept that, let's just say, wasn't warmly received after its unveiling at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
Subsequent reports indicated that the Lagonda concept – reportedly based on a Mercedes platform – was heading back to the drawing boards. Now, the latest reports indicate a different approach. Apparently the crossover has been canned entirely, but that doesn't mean the dormant half of Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd is going back to sleep.
In response to customer complaints that the Rapide was lacking in rear-seat legroom (and it is pretty cramped back there), AML is now reportedly preparing to enlarge the four-door coupe into a more accommodating form that will bear the Lagonda name in the crossover's stead. Sources place the sedan's arrival no sooner than four years from now, so you're long-legged friends will half to wait a while longer to enjoy the rear accommodations in your Aston.
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http://www.autoblog.com/photos/revie...apide/#3139297
Lagonda
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/genev...ncept/#1403369
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http://www.autoblog.com/2010/09/06/l...apide-based-s/
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Aston Martin CEO Ulrich Bez has said at an event in Amsterdam that the Lagonda concept which debuted at the 2009 Geneva auto show is going to production.
Bez said that the Lagonda would be an all-wheel drive SUV and that its revival plans were "almost complete." According to Bez, the model would hold particular appeal in emerging markets such as China, Russia and the Middle East where luxury SUVs are held in esteem.
The Aston Martin Lagonda concept debuted at the Geneva show last year to a very poor reception. The Lagonda was considered ugly by both critics and the public, so much so that Aston Martin Chairman David Richards put a stop to the project right away.
Now, it seems that the Lagonda is a go again but, although Bez didn't specify, one can safely assume it will undergo a complete redesign that will take its look miles away from the concept vehicle's styling.
Bez also said the vehicle would likely have to be built with a partner. Since the Lagonda concept was based on the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, perhaps Aston Martin will be joint-developing the new Lagonda with Daimler.
Bez said that the Lagonda would be an all-wheel drive SUV and that its revival plans were "almost complete." According to Bez, the model would hold particular appeal in emerging markets such as China, Russia and the Middle East where luxury SUVs are held in esteem.
The Aston Martin Lagonda concept debuted at the Geneva show last year to a very poor reception. The Lagonda was considered ugly by both critics and the public, so much so that Aston Martin Chairman David Richards put a stop to the project right away.
Now, it seems that the Lagonda is a go again but, although Bez didn't specify, one can safely assume it will undergo a complete redesign that will take its look miles away from the concept vehicle's styling.
Bez also said the vehicle would likely have to be built with a partner. Since the Lagonda concept was based on the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, perhaps Aston Martin will be joint-developing the new Lagonda with Daimler.
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Just sucks that some parts or whatever will be from Mercedes though. I guess it will be more cost-effective 
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It looks ugly as sin...
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